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Highlands Ranch CO 80130 · License #1736866 · Home-based · Large Family Child Care Home
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2.336.C.1 · All hazardous items and materials must be inaccessible to children including, but not limited to, office supplies, matches, plastic bags, cleaning and laundry materials, perfumes, curling irons, adult sharp scissors and knives, cosmetics, shaving lotions, hair products, poisonous plants, and all items labeled by manufacturer as “keep out of reach of children.”
The following items were observed to be accessible to children, posing a potential safety hazard: Unsecured cabinet in changing table in front living room: -1 pack of Kirkland wipes (labeled “Keep out of reach of children”) Upstairs restroom in unlocked cabinet under sink: -1 spray bottle of window cleaner (labeled “Keep out of reach of children”) -1 bottle of Scrubbing Bubbles Cleaner (labeled “Keep out of reach of children”) -1 bottle of Lysol Toilet Cleaner (labeled “Keep out of reach of children”) -1 shaving Razor -1 bottle of Bar Keepers Friend (labeled “Keep out of reach of children”) FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Basement restroom in unlocked cabinet under sink: –1 box of Tide Pods (labeled “Keep out of reach of children”) -1 bottle of Scrubbing Bubbles Cleaner (labeled “Keep out of reach of children”) -1 bottle of Lysol Toilet Bowl Cleaner (labeled “Keep out of reach of children”) Nap room shelf nearest to restroom on second floor: -four small dry wall anchors -three medium hanging nails Correction: All hazardous items and items labeled "Keep out of reach of children" must be kept inaccessible to children at all times. Correct immediately and respond with a plan for ongoing compliance by 09/11/25. Correct by 08/11/2025
Corrected by Aug 11, 2025
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Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.312.I · Prior to working with infants, the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff members must complete a Department-approved safe sleep training. This training must be renewed annually.
Reviewed Provider’s file and observed it to be missing current documentation of completion of Department-approved “Safe Sleep” training, expired as of 7/12/25, with one child under 12 months in care at the time of the visit. Correction: Obtain documentation of completion of Department-approved “Safe Sleep” training for Provider and all applicable staff. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 9/11/25. Correct by 08/11/2025
Corrected Corrected by Aug 11, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.336.C.2 · In rooms accessible to children, all electrical outlets and power strips must have protective covers, or safety outlets must be installed; all exposed light bulbs accessible to children in areas where children can play must FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ have protective covers. Electrical cords must be in good condition and must not pose strangulation, falling, or tripping hazards.
In the front family room observed 1 non-safety outlet and in the dining area observed two non-safety outlets to be uncovered and accessible to children, posing a potential safety hazard. Correction: All non-safety outlets must be covered and inaccessible to children at all times. Correct immediately and respond with a plan for ongoing compliance by 09/11/25. Correct by 08/11/2025
Corrected Corrected by Aug 11, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.138.A · Emergency drills, lockdown and active shooter on premises drills must be held at least quarterly but often enough so that all occupants are familiar with the drill procedure and their conduct during a drill is a matter of established routine. Fire drills must be held monthly and be consistent with local fire department procedures. Tornado drills must be held monthly from March to October. A record of all emergency drills held over the past twelve (12) months must be maintained by the facility or center, including date and time of drill, number of adults and children participating, and the amount of time taken to evacuate.
Reviewed drill logs and observed all fire and tornado drills to be missing between July 2024 and December of 2024 and June and July of 2025. Correction: Fire drills must be conducted monthly; tornado drills must be conducted monthly. March through October and other type drills must be conducted quarterly. Correct immediately and respond with a plan for ongoing compliance by 9/11/2025. Correct by 08/11/2025
Corrected Corrected by Aug 11, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.120.D · The Trails child abuse and neglect records request must be made within ten (10) calendar days of the first day of employment for each employee or facility on the state-prescribed form, accompanied by the required fee.
Identified through Provider’s statement that Aide (hired approximately 3 weeks ago), was observed to be working directly with children at the time of inspection, and had not yet gotten any of the background checks done. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review 'Navigating the Background Check', the Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint on the CDEC website. Submit verification (via email) that Aide has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Correct immediately and submit documentation of TRAILS clearance letter for Aide with written response to Specialist by 9/11/25. Correct by 08/11/2025
Corrected Corrected by Aug 11, 2025
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.121.D.5 · Every five (5) years, requests for FBI criminal record checks must be renewed by completing the fingerprint process at an approved vendor. An updated clearance letter or verification of the submission of the request must be obtained prior to five (5) years from the date reflected on the current clearance letter.
Reviewed Provider’s FBI criminal record check in database and observed expiration date to be 8/06/24. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review 'Navigating the Background Check', the Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint on the CDEC website. Submit verification (via email) that Provider and Aide have reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Correct immediately and submit documentation of FBI/CBI background clearance check for Provider and Aide with written response to Specialist by 09/11/25. Correct by 08/11/2025
Corrected Corrected by Aug 11, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.321.A.5 · Health statements for children over two (2) years to seven (7) years of age must be updated in accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics Recommendations for Preventive Pediatric HealthCare or as required in writing by health care provider.
Reviewed eight child files and observed CH3’s file to be missing current Health Statement. Correction: Obtain current Health Statement for all children enrolled in accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines within 30 days of enrollment. Correct and respond with a statement of compliance by 9/11/25. Correct by 09/11/2025
Corrected Corrected by Sep 11, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.312.R.1 · The primary provider, applicant 2, equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff members shall: Complete a minimum of fifteen (15) clock hours of ongoing professional development each year. At least three (3) of the fifteen (15) clock hours must be in social emotional development.
Reviewed Provider’s file and observed it to be missing documentation of completion of 15 annual clock hours of ongoing training, including 3 hours of social emotional content. Correction: Obtain documentation of completion of 15 annual clock hours of ongoing training, including 3 hours of social emotional content, for Provider and all applicable staff. Correct and respond with a plan for ongoing compliance by
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.
2.312.P · Within ninety (90) calendar days of caring for children the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff must complete a Department- approved training regarding “Injury Prevention for Homes.” This course is required once and will count towards ongoing training requirements.
Reviewed Provider’s file and observed it to be missing documentation of completion of Department-approved “Injury Prevention for Homes" training. Correction: Obtain documentation of completion of Department-approved “Injury Prevention for Homes" training for Provider and all applicable staff. Correct and respond with verification of compliance by 9/11/25. Correct by 09/11/2025
Corrected Corrected by Sep 11, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.312.G · Prior to working with children, if working with children less than three (3) years of age, the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff members must complete a department-approved prevention of shaken baby/abusive head trauma. This training must be renewed every two (2) years and can be applied towards ongoing annual training hours in the year that it is completed.
Reviewed Provider’s file and observed it to be missing documentation of completion of Department-approved “Shaken Baby/Abusive Head Trauma” training, expired as of 1/15/25 with seven children under the age of three years in care during the visit. Correction: Obtain documentation of completion of Department-approved “Shaken Baby/Abusive Head Trauma” training for Provider and all applicable staff. Correct Immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 9/11/25. Correct by 08/11/2025
Corrected Corrected by Aug 11, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.313.A · Prior to working with children, unless otherwise specified in rules, personnel files for equally qualified providers, qualified substitutes, and all staff members must be available for review by the Department and must include:
Identified through Provider’s statement that no file was available for review by Specialists for SM2 (Aide). Correction: Obtain file that contains all required components for SM2. Correct immediately and respond with verification of
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
2.312.K · Within thirty (30) calendar days of caring for children the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff must complete a Department-approved training regarding playground safety for homes. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing training requirements;
Reviewed Provider’s file and observed it to be missing documentation of completion of Department-approved “Playground Safety for Homes” training. Correction: Obtain documentation of completion of Department-approved “Playground Safety for Homes” training for Provider and all applicable staff. Correct and respond with verification of compliance by 9/11/25. Correct by 09/11/2025
Corrected Corrected by Sep 11, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.312.M · Within ninety (90) calendar days of caring for children the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff must complete a Department-approved introduction to the early intervention and preschool special education programs. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing training requirements;
Reviewed Provider’s file and observed it to be missing documentation of completion of Department-approved “introduction to the early intervention and preschool special education programs” training. Correction: Obtain documentation of completion of Department-approved “introduction to the early intervention and preschool special education programs” training for Provider and all applicable staff. Correct and respond with verification of compliance by 9/11/25. Correct by 09/11/2025
Corrected Corrected by Sep 11, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.312.N · Within ninety (90) calendar days of caring for children the primary provider, applicant 2, the equally qualified provider, qualified substitutes, and all staff must complete a Department-approved training for recognizing the impact of bias on early childhood professionals. This course is required once and will be counted towards ongoing training FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ requirements;
Reviewed Provider’s file and observed it to be missing documentation of completion of Department-approved “recognizing the impact of bias on early childhood professionals” training. Correction: Obtain documentation of completion of Department-approved "recognizing the impact of bias on early childhood professionals” training for Provider and all applicable staff. Correct and respond with verification of compliance by 9/11/25. Correct by 09/11/2025
Corrected Corrected by Sep 11, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.311.A.14 · Subsequent health evaluations for the primary provider, applicant 2, and children residing in the home who are less than ten (10) years of age must be obtained every two (2) years or as required in a written plan signed by a licensed physician or other health care provider. A new family member and/or a new resident of the home must obtain a health evaluation form signed and dated by a licensed physician or other health care provider within thirty (30) days from the date the individual began living in the home.
Reviewed Provider’s file and observed file to be missing documentation of current health statement. Correction: Obtain current health statement for Provider, as required. Correct and respond with verification of compliance by 9/11/25. Correct by 09/11/2025
Corrected Corrected by Sep 11, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.133.A · Prior to caring for children, all staff must complete a Department-approved training in emergency and disaster preparedness: Evacuation, Shelter in Place, Lockdown, and Active Shooter on Premises Plans for Children in Care. For seasonal children’s resident camp programs, operating no more than 90 days per calendar year, at least one on site director must be trained in the Department approved training.
Reviewed Provider’s file and observed it to be missing documentation of completion of Department-approved “ emergency and disaster preparedness” training” Correction: Correction: Obtain documentation of completion of Department-approved “emergency and disaster preparedness" training for Provider and all applicable staff. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 9/11/25. Correct by 08/11/2025
Corrected Corrected by Aug 11, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.329.H.2.a · Mattresses for cribs and futons must have a properly fitted, clean sheet.
Identified through Provider’s statement that a ten-month-old infant had been asleep in the nap room on the FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ second floor of the home in a Pack and Play that was observed to have a loose fitting sheet (fistful), posing a potential safe sleep hazard. Correction: Mattresses for cribs and futons must have a properly fitted clean sheet. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 9/11/25. Correct by 08/11/2025
Corrected Corrected by Aug 11, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.311.A.7 · Primary providers, applicant 2, equally qualified providers, qualified substitutes, staff members, and volunteers must demonstrate an interest in and knowledge of children and a concern for their proper care and well-being.
Identified through Provider’s statement that a ten-month-old infant had been asleep in the nap room on the second floor of the home in a Pack and Play that was observed to have a loose fitting sheet (fistful), posing a potential safe sleep hazard. Provider’s Safe Sleep training expired on 7/12/25. Correction: Primary providers, applicant 2, equally qualified providers, qualified substitutes, staff members, and volunteers must demonstrate an interest in and knowledge of children and a concern for their proper care and well-being. Correct immediately and provide a plan for ongoing compliance by 9/11/25. Correct by 08/11/2025
Corrected Corrected by Aug 11, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.321.A.2.b · At the time of admission, the parent or guardian must provide the following information to the provider for each child entering the family child care home: If applicable, a Department-approved health care plan authorized by the child’s health care provider and parent(s) and/or guardian(s), defining the interventions needed to care for a child who has an identified health condition or developmental concerns, including, but not limited to: seizures, asthma, diabetes, severe allergies, heart or respiratory conditions, and physical disabilities. Any applicable medications, supplies, and or medical equipment must be available to the primary provider, applicant 2, equally qualified providers, qualified substitutes, and any staff members prior to the child’s first day of care. The primary provider, applicant 2, equally qualified providers, qualified substitutes, and any staff members working with a child with a health care plan must be FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ informed, trained, and delegated responsibility for carrying out the health care plan by the Department-approved child care health consultant; supervision of the plan and interventions must be documented.
Reviewed eight child files and observed one child to have an individual health care plan for the administration of emergency medicine and identified through the Provider's statement that the medication was not on site. Correction: Obtain all components required by the child’s health care plan. Correct immediately and respond with a statement of compliance by 9/11/25. Correct by 08/11/2025
Corrected Corrected by Aug 11, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.337.A.13 · The use of any trampoline by children in care is prohibited. If there is a trampoline on the property of the family child care home, it must be stored in a way that makes it inaccessible to children.
During safety walk through of outdoor environment a trampoline was observed with a step ladder leading to opening of unsecured net making it accessible to children. Correction: The use of any trampoline by children in care is prohibited. If there is a trampoline on the property of the family child care home, it must be stored in a way that makes it inaccessible to children. Correct immediately and respond with verification of compliance by 9/11/2025. Correct by 08/11/2025
Corrected Corrected by Aug 11, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.121.D.4 · Requests for a criminal record check, other than those required per this rule section 2.121(D)(4) must be completed at an approved vendor within five (5) working days of the day that the individual begins to work at the facility or agency.
Identified through Provider’s statement the Aide works directly with children. Licensing Specialist observed the Aide to be working with children at the time of inspection and was missing a CBI and FBi record check. Correction: All individuals requiring a background check must review 'Navigating the Background Check', the Investigation Unit's (BIU) Webpage powerpoint on the CDEC website. Submit verification (via email) that Aide has reviewed the powerpoint within 24 hours. Correct immediately and submit documentation of CBI and FBI clearance letters for Aide with the written response to the Specialist.by 9/11/25. Correct by 08/11/2025
Corrected Corrected by Aug 11, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.329.H.5 · Swaddling of infants must only be allowed with a health care plan completed and signed by the child’s physician. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________
Observed 3 infants in swaddled in their cribs and identified that 2 infants did not have a health care plan completed by a child's physician. Confirmed through the providers statement that the 2 infants did not have health care plans. Correction: Immediately, swaddling of infants must only be allowed with a health care plan completed and signed by the child's physician. Submit a written statement of compliance to the Licensing Specialist. Correct by 02/28/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 28, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.326.E · All infants less than six (6) months of age must be held for bottle feedings and should be held so they can see the face of the primary provider, applicant 2, equally qualified provider, qualified substitute, or staff member if it is appropriate for the child. Bottles must not be propped.
Confirmed through the providers statement that if infants can not hold their bottles, they prop the bottles with a blanket. The infants are 5 months, 9 months, and 12 months old. Correction: Immediately, all infants less than 6 months of age must be held for bottle feeding and should be held. Bottle must not be propped. Submit a written statement of compliance to the Licensing Specialist. Correct by 02/28/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 28, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
2.326.G · Bottles must not be allowed in sleep equipment with the infant.
Observed 3 infants in their cribs with bottles. The infants were awake at the time of the inspection. Confirmed through the providers statement that if the infants stay awake they sometimes put the bottles in the cribs with them and then remove them when they are sleeping. Correction: Immediately, bottles must not be allowed in sleep equipment with the infant. Submit a written statement of complaince to the Licensing Specialist. Correct by 02/28/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 28, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.311.A.7 · Primary providers, applicant 2, equally qualified providers, qualified substitutes, staff members, and FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ volunteers must demonstrate an interest in and knowledge of children and a concern for their proper care and well-being.
Identified that the provider completed infant safe sleep training on 7/12/2024, and a child in their care was found in an unsafe sleep environment. Correction: Immediately ensure that all safe sleep practices are followed, for all infants, at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance to the Licensing Specialist. Correct by 02/28/2025 ________________________________________________
Corrected Corrected by Feb 28, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.309.A · A large family child care home license allows a provider to care for up to twelve (12) children from birth to eighteen (18) years of age; the capacity includes the provider’s own children under ten (10) years of age. Care may be provided to no more than two (2) children under eighteen(18) months of age. This license may be approved with the following conditions:
Observed that there were 3 children under 18 months old in attendance. Confirmed through enrollment records that the children in care were 5 months, 9 months, and 12 months old. Correction: Immediately, care may be provided to no more than 2 children under 18 months of age. Submit a written statement of compliance to the Licensing Specialist. Correct by 02/28/2025
Corrected Corrected by Feb 28, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.316.B.21 · The written policies and procedures must be developed, implemented, and followed, by the primary provider, applicant 2, equally qualified providers, qualified substitutes, and all staff members including all amendments, and must include at a minimum the following information: Safe sleep environments for infants in compliance with rule section 2.329(H);
Observed an infant age 6 months, swaddled and sleeping in a pack and play with a pillow and blankets and an infant age 7 months sleeping in a pack and play with blankets. Reviewed policies and procedures and identified that the provider did not follow their policies on safe sleep environments. The policies state infants will not sleep with pillows or blankets. Correction: Immediately, written policies and procedures must be followed regarding safe sleep. Submit a written statement of compliance to the Licensing Specialist. Correct by 09/13/2024
Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.329.H.2 · Soft bedding or materials that could pose a suffocation hazard are not permitted in cribs, futons FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ approved for infants, or other sleep/rest equipment that meets the CPSC standards incorporated by referenced in rule 2.329.A. Soft bedding means, but is not limited to; any soft sleep surface like bumper pads, pillows, blankets, quilts, comforters, sleep positioning devices, sheepskins, blankets, flat sheets, cloth diapers, bibs, plush toys, pacifiers with stuffed animals attached, and stuffed animals.
Observed two infants placed in an unsafe sleeping environment. Observed an infant age 6 months, swaddled and sleeping in a pack and play with a pillow and blankets and an infant age 7 months sleeping in a pack and play with blankets. Correction: Immediately, all infants must be placed in a safe sleep environment. Remove all soft bedding including blankets and pillows and ensure that infants are not swaddled. Submit a plan of compliance to the Licensing Specialist. Correct by 09/13/2024
Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.329.H.5 · Swaddling of infants must only be allowed with a health care plan completed and signed by the child’s physician.
Observed two infants ages 6 months and 7 months old to be swaddled without a health care plan. Correction: Immediately, all infants must be placed in a safe sleep environment. Swaddling infants must only be allowed with a health care plan completed and signed by the child's physician. Submit a plan of compliance to the Licensing Specialist. Correct by 09/13/2024
Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.311.A.7 · Primary providers, applicant 2, equally qualified providers, qualified substitutes, staff members, and volunteers must demonstrate an interest in and knowledge of children and a concern for their proper care and well-being.
Identified that the provider completed infant safe sleep training on 7/12/2024, and a child in their care was found in an unsafe sleep environment Correction: Immediately ensure that all safe sleep practices are followed, for all infants, at all times. Submit a written statement of compliance to the Licensing Specialist. Correct by 09/13/2024
Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.312.C · Prior to working with children, the primary provider, applicant 2, equally qualified providers, qualified substitutes, and all staff members must complete a Department-approved training in standard precautions that meets current occupational safety and health administration (OSHA) requirements prior to working with children. This training must be renewed annually.
Reviewed the provider's file and observed that Maria P. was missing documentation of a current Standard Precautions training. The Standard Precautions training on file expired on 1/26/2024. FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ Correction: Immediately, the provider and staff must complete Standard Precautions prior to working with children and annually. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance to the Licensing Specialist. Correct by 09/13/2024
Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.312.J · Within thirty (30) calendar days of caring for children the primary provider and all individuals responsible for the collection, review, and maintenance of the child immunization records must complete the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) immunization course. This training must be renewed annually.
Reviewed the provider's file and observed that Maria P. was missing documentation of a current Immunization training. The Immunization training on file expired on 1/17/2024. Correction: Within 30 days, all individuals responsible for the collection, review, and maintenance of the child immunization records must complete the Immunization training annually. Submit documentation and a written statement of compliance to the Licensing Specialist. Correct by 10/13/2024
Corrected Corrected by Oct 13, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
2.320.A.2 · An admission record must be completed for each child prior to or at the time of the child’s admission and updated annually or when any changes occur, unless otherwise specified in these rules. Parent(s) and guardian(s) home and e-mail addresses; telephone numbers, including home, work, and cell numbers ; employer name and work address; and any special instructions as to how the parent(s) or guardian(s) may be reached during the hours that the child is in care at the family child care home;
Reviewed 6 children's files and observed that 1 child was missing documentation of the parents/guardians home and email addresses, telephone numbers, employer information, and instructions on how to reach the parents/guardians during the hours the child is in care. Correction: Immediately, an admission record must be completed for each child prior to or at the time of the child's
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.
7.701.34.C · . All child care facilities must operate in compliance with local planning and zoning requirements of the municipality, city and county, or county where the facility is located.
The provider did not have a zoning letter. Correction: All programs must operate within compliance with local planning and zoning. Correct immediately and provide zoning letter with written response by 11/19/23. Correct by 10/19/2023
Corrected Corrected by Oct 19, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
7.707.923.A · All hazardous items and materials must be inaccessible to children including, but not limited to, office supplies, matches, plastic bags, cleaning and laundry materials, medicines, perfumes, curling irons, adult sharp scissors and knives, cosmetics, shaving lotions, hair products, poisonous plants, and all items labeled by manufacturer as "keep out of reach of children.
In the main level bathroom, the cabinet underneath the sink was unlocked and there were cleaning items labeled "keep out of reach of children" accessible to children. Correction: All hazardous items labeled "Keep out of reach of children" must be inaccessible to children. **Corrected at the time of the inspection, a lock was placed on the cabinet.** No response is required. Correct by 10/19/2023
Corrected Corrected by Oct 19, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.707.71.A.2 · Within thirty (30) days after admission, and within thirty (30) days following the expiration date, the parent or guardian of each child must submit a statement of the child's current health status or written verification of a scheduled appointment with a health care practitioner. The statement of the child's current health statusmust be signed and dated by a health care provider who has seen the child within the last twelve (12)months, or within the last six (6) months for children under two and one-half (2-1/2 ) years of age. The statement must include when the next visit is FAX 303-866-4453 Phone 303-866-5948 ________________________________________________ required by the health care provider. All health statementsmust be kept at the licensed child care home.
Reviewed 6 child files and found one child to have an expired health statement. Correction: Within 30 days of enrollment and 30 days of expiration, all children must have a current health statement on file. Correct and respond with statement of compliance by 11/19/23. Correct by 11/19/2023
Corrected Corrected by Nov 19, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.707.31.A.10 · Subsequent health evaluations for the provider and children residing in the home who are less than twelve (12) years of age must be submitted every two (2) years or as required in a written plan signed by a physician or other health professional. A new family member and/or a new resident of the home must submit to the State Department, within thirty (30) days from the date the individual began living in the home, a State Department approved health evaluation form signed and dated by a licensed physician or other health professional.
The providers health statement is expired. Correction: Health statements must be renewed every 2 years. Correct and respond with statement of compliance and date of physical by 11/19/23. Correct by 11/19/2023
Corrected Corrected by Nov 19, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
7.707.32.A.8 · . Effective December 31, 2016, all providers and staff must complete a building and physical premises training prior to working with children. The training must include:
The provider did not have a building and physical premise plan. Correction: All providers and their staff must complete a building and physical premise training prior to working with children. Correct immediately and provide documentation of training plan with written response by 11/19/23. Correct by 10/19/2023
Corrected Corrected by Oct 19, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.